9 Wine Reviews Found

  • Winery: Macauley
Macauley Chardonnay RRV Bacigalupi 2020
96 Points

Macauley Chardonnay RRV Bacigalupi 2020

This spectacular new arrival features aromas of honeysuckle and grilled Hawaiian pineapples. We admired the oh-so-silky smooth texture plus rich notes of tropical fruit, lemon cream pie and toffee on the finish.This sumptuous new discovery lingers gracefully on the palate, enticing us to desire another glass (or two)! Read Full Review →
Macauley Chardonnay RRV Bacigalupi 2023
96 Points

Macauley Chardonnay RRV Bacigalupi 2023

This delightfully tangy Russian River Chardonnay has exciting aromas of guava, stone fruit and honeysuckle. There’s a touch of creaminess to the texture, but this is pristine and elegant and very complex and layered for this price. Background notes of apple, lemon confit, and peaches and cream. Drink now or enjoy over the next two... Read Full Review →
Macauley Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2020
96+ Points

Macauley Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2020

Red cherry, pomegranate, baking spices, and crushed flowers burst out of the glass of this deep ruby red wine. Reminiscent of a Morlet Pinot Noir with a touch of elegance, this silky-smooth Pinot is lush with a long, bright finish and will be a delight to drink over the next 5 years. Read Full Review →
Macauley Zinfandel Napa Old Vine 2019
96 Points

Macauley Zinfandel Napa Old Vine 2019

Aromas of espresso bean, ripe blueberries and vanilla cream waft from the glass of this food-friendly winner. Reminiscent of the classic Zinfandels that California made famous, these ‘ancient’ vines continue to deliver a sumptuous concentration of rich cherry compote and blackberry cobbler flavors balanced gracefully with hints of chocolate pudding and slightly spicy oak. The... Read Full Review →
Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Reserve 2021
98 Points

Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Reserve 2021

Another extremely well-rounded and superbly delicious Cabernet from Macauley, who blend special lots from their impressive stable of vineyards to create this Reserve cuveé. Explosive aromas of creamy oak, blackberry, vanilla and espresso to start. The lavish, velvety texture is so polished and luxurious. On the palate there’s loads of ripe fruit with dark espresso... Read Full Review →
Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon 2022
99+ Points

Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon 2022

A thrilling, hedonistic Napa powerhouse that absolutely explodes from the glass with crème de cassis, blackberry compote, sweet red cherry, graphite, and scorched earth. In true To Kalon fashion, the fruit possesses an almost surreal level of concentration and intensity, yet what makes this wine so captivating is the way its massive scale is wrapped... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Reserve 2019

The magical, boutique-production (about 8 barrels total) ‘Reserve’ Cabernet 2019 dazzles from the start with an alluring bouquet of black currant, plum, chocolate covered cherries and walnuts. Core notes of black cherry, ripe blackberry, and vanilla toasted oak convert to rich mocha and sweet and velvety smooth tannins. Seemingly endless layer upon layer of gorgeous... Read Full Review →